half-rep

English

Etymology

From half- +‎ rep.

Noun

half-rep (plural half-reps)

1. (bodybuilding) A partial repetition.
   • 2020 January 3, Josh Dickinson, “Full And Partial Repetitions For Massive Gains!”, in Bodybuilding.com‎:

     In my professional opinion (which I have proven with real world results in the gym) I believe that a session comprising of both full reps and half-reps can generate tremendous growth in next to no time.

   • 2022 January 20, TSquared Lab, “What Are Partial Reps And What Is Their Importance?”, in TSquared Lab‎:

     You can convert almost all exercises into half-rep movement, except those that put too much pressure on the shoulder joints. But some exercises will yield more benefits as partial reps.